Well hello all. Me and my broken finger went and competed in the Police and Firefighter games today. My luck was it is on my left hand and I am right handed. Me and my doubles parter took Silver. We go back tomorrow morning and bowl singles. I was on pain medicine the whole time so I think that is why we took a silver medal 'cause if I was not taking them I would have torn it up baby. ;0).

Stay safe people

O.K. I guess I better watch it or I will gain 5000 pounds. I am just sitting around (in pain might i add) nursing this stupid broken finger, eatting Cheez-it's drinking Coke and watching T.V. Sounds great I know but probally in the long run not such a good thing.

Hello all,

It was a horrific week. I lost a wonderful friend to a senseless crime. He was a tremendous man, father and fire Captain. I feel sad and lost. While dealing with this i break a finger so i am out on short term disability for 6 weeks. Geez. Life can be so cruel and totally unpredictable and can leave you out there swinging in the wind.

Ok, thought about how unhappy i am in my current situation at my station so I put in for a transfer. My Chief wanted to know what happened to make me want to leave that station so i told him and he was very unhappy that i am being treated the way i am. I am not a crybaby nor do i enjoy tension. I absolutely hate conflict and will not tolerated being disrespected by anyone so long story short i hope to be transfered soon.
Hope everyone out there is having a less dramatic day.

Hello all,

I am not sure if you saw my new topic i posted but yesterday was exactly what I was talking about in the posting. Smart assed, know it all rookies. I wanted to punch this guy in the mouth. Absolutely no respect unless you are on of his drinking buddies. I have no respect for this guy because he is like a remora on his training officers ass at all times, on and off the job. Very in your face and loud. It makes for a very uncomfortable and tense shift. Well for me at least he… Continue

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Just wanted to say hello and hope you all are well. Things are in kind of disruptive in my station right now. We have people transfered and new people in. The only thing that gets me are the rookies that come in acting like they have 20 years on the job and are disrespectful, know-it-all's. Also, you have to be careful because you cannot approach them anymore, the fire service is so touchy feely now. Their big thing is not creating a "hostile enviroment'.… Continue

Back from Chicago. Wow, we had a blast. Went to the Cubs game and it was a shut out. Enjoyed the Sadium Club 'cause man it was cold in the stands. We had great seats behind home plate 6 rows up. I love going to Chicago but it is good to be home again.

Today is the Cubs game and i am all fired-up. We went to Harry Caray's last night for dinner and it was fantastic. I hung out yesterday afternoon with the 'fellas at Truck 3 Engine 42 Squad 1. I always have a great time while here in Chicago. We are going to Howl at the Moon tonight mainly because it is right across the street from the Marriott.
Take care all.

Hello all I am back in Chicago. Whoohoo. Going to a Cubs game on Thursday (Club seats) so you know I am going to get my eat and drink on. I will have one a cold one for you all.
Stay safe out there.

Alright, the Florida Firefighter games are next week and i am very excited. Also, going back to Chicago in 2 weeks so things are a little hectic. Hope everyone is doing well out there in the Firefighter Nation.

I am finally home after working 2 overtime shifts. It is good to be home, relax and see my dog. I hope all is going well with everyone out there.

Hello all !!!!!
I am back from my travels. I had a fantastic time in Chicago. Question to you all..........Do any of you know anyone with the Chicago Fire Department. If yes will you please contact me? I would appreciate it. I am going back in May. Back at work. We just took our annual "Task Readiness" physical test. I passed it of course was their a doubt?
TTFN

How sad I was when I heard of the events that happened in LA today. Let us all say a prayer for our brothers and sister in the LAFD. Hug your kids and wife, think before you say an unkind word about those we serve with.

Wow, got back from New York last night and on duty today. What a great time! Got to NYC just minutes after the Manhattan crane collapse. Got down there and took a few pic's. The parade was fantastic got pictures of that also.

Hello all I just got off duty and so glad to be home and spend some time with my man before he leaves again. Hope all is well. Looking forward to Saturday and my NYC trip. Heard some disturbing news from NY that the EMS drum and pipes were banned from the St. Pat's parade. Not sure what that is all about. There is always some controversy pre parade up there. Will have to keep checking the NY Daily News. Could'nt find anything last night.

Leaving for NYC soon to march with the FDNY in the St.Patrick's day parade. Aways a good time there.